Vehicle Description
SUMMARY
The beneficiary of a frame-off restoration that was completed in
2013
Featured in a 2013 edition of Auto Enthusiast Weekly
Correct 283 cubic inch Chevrolet V8 / Dual-quad induction
Correct Powerglide 2-speed automatic transmission
Venetian Red and Shoreline Beige paint / Venetian Red hardtop
Red vinyl interior / Power windows
15-inch steel wheels
Flashy muscle cars are fun, and crazy customs are nice, but there's
really nothing cooler than well-done '50s Americana. Comfortable,
polished and acutely detailed, classic Chevrolets just ooze style.
And this striking Corvette is a carefully restored stunner that
mixes 265 cubic inches of dual-quad V8 with a proven driveline and
clean, traditional aesthetics. If you're looking for a first class
collector car that's road ready, show-ready and just plain fun,
here's the perfect way to enjoy the scene!
BODYWORK/TRIM
The beneficiary of a quality, frame-off restoration that's logged
only 26 miles since its 2013 completion, this highly polished
drop-top has been lovingly coated in a crisp combination of
Venetian Red and Shoreline Beige 2-stage. At the front of its silky
panels, an aggressive chrome grille floats chromed guards between
chrome-trimmed parking lamps, bright T3 headlights and convex
bumpers that bend around peaked fenders. Between those fenders, an
ornate header emblem leads the eye to a sculpted hood, like-new
glass and classy stainless frames that are sealed under a
color-keyed hardtop. Below that top, traditional handles and a
correct mirror perfectly complement chrome vents and
stainless-trimmed coves. And at the back of the car, an ornate
trunk emblem reflects flashy taillights, two more bumpers and
vertical trim spears that center small exhaust pipes in dramatic
quarter panels.
ENGINE
Tilt this roadster's lightweight hood and you'll find a correct,
265 cubic inch Chevrolet small block that proudly displays a
dual-quad/high performance/2-speed (FG) assembly stamp in front of
a familiar 3720991 casting number. GM's ultimate hot rod option for
the 1956 model year, this 225 horsepower mill features the proven
square bore/hydraulic lifter set-up that put Chevrolet performance
cars on the map. At the top of the block, reliable Carter
carburetors, which breathe through small, louvered air cleaners,
funnel life in to a correct Winters intake. At the sides of that
intake, cast iron heads hang painted Corvette valve covers over
fully restored exhaust manifolds. Behind those tubes, a
chrome-capped ignition system shoots fire through stainless sleeved
wires. And in front of those wires, a tagged Harrison radiator
circulates coolant through reproduction GM hoses and correct
squeeze clamps. In addition to its killer powerplant, this Corvette
offers a thoroughly detailed engine bay that's complete with
stainless fluid lines, an AC fuel bowl, a Delco-Remy generator and
a reproduction Delco battery. And the car's first rate aesthetics,
which mix smooth, Satin Black framing with a bright, Chevy Orange
core, create great texture and excellent contrast.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Toss this Corvette on a lift and you'll find a carefully restored
X-frame that's bolted to clean floor tubs that have been thoroughly
sealed in fresh, Satin Black paint. Behind the stout small block, a
correct Powerglide 2-speed funnels torque through a
highway-friendly axle. Holding that drivetrain in place is a
restored and marked double A-arm front and rear leaf suspension.
Smooth and solid stops come courtesy of 4-wheel drum brakes.
Exhaust is handled by coated, true-dual pipes, which flow in to
coated, glasspack-style mufflers. And at the corners of the
chassis, stainless-capped steelies twist fresh 6.70-15 BF Goodrich
Silvertown whitewalls.
INTERIOR
Inside this magazine-featured Vette, a clean vinyl interior is
built around great looking buckets that have just enough break-in
time to be exceptionally comfortable. At the front of those seats,
a 2-tone dash centers a pushbutton radio between rebuilt gauges and
a small mirror. At the sides of that dash, stylish door panels
front factory power windows. Below those panels, sleek Daytona
carpet floats Corvette-branded mats at the sides of a short chrome
shifter. And in front of the driver, a big steering wheel, which is
clearly inspired by race cars of the period, features matching
paint, drilled spokes and a highly polished horn button.
When it comes to comfort, performance and timeless style, nothing
beats a storied GM classic. Thanks to a high quality restoration,
this awesome Corvette wraps a storied drivetrain in a correct
chassis and head turning aesthetics. If you're in the market for a
cool cruiser that's fully detailed and ready to hit the road,
welcome to the Chevrolet family!